1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Marcos |
| Model | Portofino | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
