1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Manta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
