2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | Z4 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
