1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 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 353 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DB3 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
