2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO 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 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 225 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | TSO | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |