2007 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TSO. (475 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TSO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6. 2007 BMW M6 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 M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M6 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
