1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 15 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1137 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Marcos Mantara 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Marcos Infiniti
Model Mantara FX
Year Released 1997 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 5026 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 182 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2067 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1680 mm


 

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