1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Marcos | Mini |
| Model | Mantis | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
