1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 444 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
