1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1968 Bizzarrini Manta has manual transmission. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Manta | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |
