2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Viper | TS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1075 kg |
