2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 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 (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | Brera | TSO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
