2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DB9 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 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 | 570 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
