2007 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M3 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
