1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantula | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
