1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 708 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Marcos | Cadillac |
| Model | Mantara | BLS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
