1993 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B3 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B3 weights approximately 910 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, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B3. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B3 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 930 kg |
