2009 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 325 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
