2008 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 12 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 124 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 330 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
