1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 208 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
