1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Challenger | TS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
