1972 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Manta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |