2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1997 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1997 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B7 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
