1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 11 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 655 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Marcos | BMW |
Model | Mantara | 125 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |