1970 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1975 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 412 kg more than 1975 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | SL | Manta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |