1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1974 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Sunbeam |
| Model | Manta | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
