1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 308 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
