2008 BMW X3 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | X3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1090 mm |
