1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Marcos Mantula | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mantula | CLS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 89 L |