2001 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 318 | TS500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
