1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2000 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jensen | Marcos |
| Model | SV-8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
