2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z3 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
