2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 457 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Marcos | Wartburg |
| Model | Mantis | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
