1986 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 325 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
