1978 Opel Manta vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 630 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Manta | Vantage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |