2009 BMW 550 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 550 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3950 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |
