1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 40 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
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, 2008 Opel Astra, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | 2 Litres | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
