1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 992 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.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Marcos | Lexus |
| Model | 1600 | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2731 mm |
