1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 44 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 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | A |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
