1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 430 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | AC | Marcos |
| Model | 2-Litre | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2290 mm |
