1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | 2 Litres | Z3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |