1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 545 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Avanti | Marcos |
| Model | Avanti | TS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
