2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 6 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
Model | 360 | Mantis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |