1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Marcos | Maserati |
| Model | Mantara | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
