1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 42 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 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Marcos | Audi |
Model | Mantis | Q3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |