2005 Lexus SC vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 713 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | SC | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
