2004 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 320 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
