1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 14 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 240 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Manta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
