1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
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 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 280 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
