1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 512 M | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3950 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1090 mm |
