1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Corvette | TS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
