2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 11 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 430 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Because 2000 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Marcos | Lancia |
| Model | Mantis | Musa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
