1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1220 mm |
