1977 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 528 | TS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
