1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 655 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantula | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
