1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantara | S8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
