2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 14 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 988 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | V12 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 230 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 | 1878 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
