1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantis | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
