1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 24 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 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1905 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2008 Maybach 62 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. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Marcos | Maybach |
| Model | Mantula | 62 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 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 | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 110 L |
