1995 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
