1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 389 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | NSX | TS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |