1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 has manual transmission. 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Le Mans 500 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2875 mm |
