1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2012 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Marcos Mantula | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | Mantula | M5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1455 mm |