1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 383 kg more than 1992 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 328 GTS | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 230 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 | 1273 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |
