2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 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 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1539 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Bentley | Marcos |
| Model | Continental GTC | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
