1968 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | 17 | TS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |