2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 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 272 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Marcos | MCC |
| Model | TS500 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1810 mm |
