2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
Model | F430 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |