1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Marcos | Porsche |
Model | Mantara | 356 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |