2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantis 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 238 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 2000 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
