2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
