2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 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 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | TS500 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1120 mm |
