2009 BMW 523 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 523 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
