2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 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 207 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. 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 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | TS500 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |
