1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 653 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 894 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Lotec | Marcos |
Model | Testa de Oro | 1600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1596 cc |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 762 kg |