2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B5. (493 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B5.
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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantis. (613 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantis. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 2000 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alpina |
| Model | Mantis | B5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
