1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 512 BB | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 49 L |
