2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 286 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 150 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Marcos | Opel |
Model | TSO | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |