1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 744 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 300S | Manta |
Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |