2001 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
