1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 245 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |
