1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 823 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Marcos | Xedos |
| Model | 1600 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
