1991 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 564 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Manta |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |