1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1952 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 168 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Morgan |
| Model | Mantara | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
