1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GTO | Manta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
