1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 2001 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | 2 Litres | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
