1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 914 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
