2009 BMW 335 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 335 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
