2004 Marcos TS vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 737 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Marcos | BMW |
| Model | TS | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
