2004 Marcos TS vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 461 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Marcos TS | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Marcos | Porsche |
Model | TS | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |