1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 800 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantula | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
