1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR Taimar weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
