2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 11 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 705 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XK8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
