1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 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 192 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DB5 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
