1992 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 615 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 740 | TS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |