1960 BMW 700 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 700 | Mantula |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |