1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantis | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
