2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 173 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 760 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS500 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
