2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z4 | TS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
