1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1015 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
