1962 Maserati 151 vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1978 Opel Manta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 151 | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 151 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3942 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
