1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 348 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ascari | Marcos |
| Model | Ecosse | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
