2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 261 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lotus | Marcos |
| Model | M250 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |
