2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B7 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
