1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fairlane | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2300 mm |
