2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One 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 206 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 2003 Marcos TS500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Marcos TS500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Marcos | Mini |
| Model | TS500 | One |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
