2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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 TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSO | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
