1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B 12 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
