1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 792 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantula | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
