2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 637 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (427 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Mustang | TS500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |