1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Jensen | Marcos |
| Model | Healey | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
