1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B 12 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
