1956 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca 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 229 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | AC | Marcos |
| Model | Aceca | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
