2008 BMW 116 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 116 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
