2008 BMW 118 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 118 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
