2005 Marcos TS vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Marcos | Rover |
Model | TS | P5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2820 mm |