2009 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 17 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 320 | Mantula |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |