1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
