1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GT | Manta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
