1991 BMW M12 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 19 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta.
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 M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
