1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 191 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z1 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
