1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Marcos Mantis | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | Mantis | M3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 408 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2761 mm |