2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DB9 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
