1996 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 180 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 Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z3 | TS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2926 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 | 275 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
