2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Marcos TS500. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Marcos TS500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500. 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z4 | TS500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2300 mm |
