1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
