2004 Marcos TS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1077 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Marcos | BMW |
| Model | TS | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
