1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 294 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantis | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
