1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Marcos | NSU |
| Model | Mantara | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
