2008 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
