1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M12 weights approximately 120 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Marcos | Noble |
| Model | Mantara | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
