1982 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 29 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 964 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Manta | B7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
