1998 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 810 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, 1998 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | GS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
