1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 37 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, 2005 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 585 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.
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, 2005 MG ZT, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Marcos | MG |
Model | 2 Litres | ZT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |