1996 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 825 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (447 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Impala | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
