1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
