1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1997 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1997 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | CLC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
