1978 Opel Manta vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Manta | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |