1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 3 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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lotus | Marcos |
| Model | M250 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1020 mm |
