1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantula | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
