2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 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 (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T613 weights approximately 520 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 (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Marcos | Tatra |
| Model | TSO | T613 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
