2005 Marcos TS vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | TS | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
