1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Rover |
| Model | Mantara | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
