1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 746 kg more than 1997 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | Mantara | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
