2005 Infiniti M vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 965 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Marcos |
| Model | M | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
