1974 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Touring | TS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
