2008 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 16 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, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 604 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 525 | Mantula |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |