2009 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Audi | Marcos |
Model | R8 | Mantula |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |