2009 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 620 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 335 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
