1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 49 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 250 GT | Manta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |