1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
