2009 BMW 118 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 118 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1090 mm |
