1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 514 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
