1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 124 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
