2000 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 35 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | S8 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
