2008 Lexus GS vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 810 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | GS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
