2004 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 525 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
