1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
