1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 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) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Marcos | Wartburg |
| Model | Mantara | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
