2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B7 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
