2004 Marcos TS vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3910 mm |
