2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Marcos |
| Model | Guara | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
