1988 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1994 Marcos Mantara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 316 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
