1990 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 316 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
