2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 815 kg more than 1997 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
