1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | CLS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
