2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | M3 | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |