2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. (470 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. (600 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Marcos | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mantis | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
