2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Maverick | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
