1974 Opel Manta vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Manta | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Manta | 335 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |