2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TSO. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TSO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M3 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
