1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Marcos | Alpina |
Model | Mantara | B3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |