2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
