1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantis | S5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 354 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
