1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 1600 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Marcos | Porsche |
Model | 1600 | 996 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 89 L |