1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 244 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 250 GT | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
