2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 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 383 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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 TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | TSO | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
