2009 Lexus LS vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 935 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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | LS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
