1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1020 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
