1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
