1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantula | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 296 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 | 900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |
