2004 Marcos TS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | TS | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3122 mm |
