2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z4 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
