2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | F430 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
