2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 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 86 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Marcos TS500. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Marcos TS500 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Marcos | Infiniti |
Model | TS500 | EX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2799 mm |