1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 260 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
