1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 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 338 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360.
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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 14 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1780 mm |
