2003 Lexus GX vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | GX | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
