2009 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 1160 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | 740 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
