1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 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 309 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000.
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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Marcos | NSU |
| Model | Mantis | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
