2000 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
