2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DB9 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
