1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | 12 M | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
