1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 12 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. Both 1996 Marcos Mantis and 2008 MG ZT are equipped with a 4,601 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT.
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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantis | ZT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
