1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Marcos Mantara | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mantara | SL |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |