1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 2 Litres | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |