1996 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 620 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 528 | TS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
