1965 AC 427 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | AC | Marcos |
| Model | 427 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
