2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Marcos TS500. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Marcos TS500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Marcos TS500. (475 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS500 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 518 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2875 mm |
