1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Marcos | Mini |
| Model | Mantara | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
