1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Marcos TS500. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Marcos TS500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500. 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 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Marcos TS500. (475 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | Maranello | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |
