1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 719 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Marcos | Saab |
Model | 2 Litres | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |