1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 678 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
Model | Mantis | Camaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |