1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 254 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Manta |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |