2005 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 172 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | AC | Marcos |
Model | Cobra | Mantula |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |