2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Mustang | Mantis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |