1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 830 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
