1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 385 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | Mantara | Z3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |