1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 400 | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 400 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 27 L |
