1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 280 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
