1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 485 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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 Holden Commodore (296 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Commodore | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
