2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Marcos TS500. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Marcos TS500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 553 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Marcos TS500 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | TS500 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 332 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |