1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1010 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | CLS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1407 mm |
