1973 Opel Manta vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Manta | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Manta | 125 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |