2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 225 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
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) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | TSO | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
