2003 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | M3 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.8 mm |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |