1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1020 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
