1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Avanti | Marcos |
| Model | Avanti | TS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 |
