1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Marcos Mantula | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Marcos | Porsche |
Model | Mantula | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 330 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 | 890 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 92 L |