2009 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 535 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
