1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2 Litres | R |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3216 mm |