1961 BMW 501 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 501 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
