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Marcos Mantis

General information

ModelMarcos Mantis
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4599 ccm (280.63 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4599 ccm (280.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power356.90 PS (262 kW or 352 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque407.00 Nm (41.5 kgf-m or 300.2 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.9:1
Bore x stroke90.2 x 90.0 mm (3.6 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed248.0 km/h (154.1 mph)
0-50 miles4.0 seconds
0-60 miles5.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3002 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1189 kg (2,621.3 pounds)
Overall length4170 mm (164.2 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1020 mm (40.2 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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