2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 120 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (500 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Marcos TS500. (475 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS500 | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2970 mm |
