1982 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 699 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.
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 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Manta | DBS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
