2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Convertible | TSO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
