1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
