2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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 170 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Marcos | BMW |
| Model | TSO | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2761 mm |
