1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 489 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | SL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
