1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantis | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
