1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1030 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
