2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara 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 232 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | M3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
