2009 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 234 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
