1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 300B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
