1953 AC Ace vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | AC | Marcos |
| Model | Ace | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
