1970 Opel Manta vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 490 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Manta | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |