1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
