1982 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 30 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 215 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Opel | Ascari |
Model | Manta | A10 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2636 mm |