1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mantara | S |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |