1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alpina |
| Model | Mantula | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |
