1969 AMC AMX vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 472 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | AMX | Manta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
