1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2000 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Bristol | Marcos |
| Model | 603 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
