1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1996 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 E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1830 mm |
