2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Marcos |
| Model | Range Rover | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 27 L |
