1984 BMW 323 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 323 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
