1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 360 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mexico | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mexico | Manta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
