1973 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 34 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Manta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |