1976 Ford Torino vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Torino | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
