1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1965 Marcos 1800

To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 784 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 1965 Marcos 1800
Make Aston Martin Marcos
Model Project Vantage 1800
Year Released 1998 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 746 Nm 149 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 770 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 27 L


 

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