1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3165 mm |
