1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1994 BMW 518
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 26 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 236 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518.
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 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1994 BMW 518 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | Manta | 518 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
