1980 BMW M1 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 486 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M1 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
