1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 16 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 643 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1326 mm |
