1983 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
