1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1970 Marcos Mantis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 562 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 1965 Saab MC | |
Make | Marcos | Saab |
Model | Mantis | MC |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |