1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 810 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 412 GT | TS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
