1995 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 318 | TSO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
