2007 BMW 523 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 523 | Mantara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |