1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | Mantara | Z4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1790 mm |