1976 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 8 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 12 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 252 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, 1976 Audi 100, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Audi | Marcos |
Model | 100 | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |