1977 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 320 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
