2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Caterham | Marcos |
Model | Beaulieu | Mantara |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1090 mm |