1996 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 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 131 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 721 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 730 | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
