2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 (447 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm). This means 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 335 | Le Mans 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
