2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1993 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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJ8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
