1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 780 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
