1988 BMW 524 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 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 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 69 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 524 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
