2004 Marcos TS vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 890 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Marcos | Lexus |
| Model | TS | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3091 mm |
