1995 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 13 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 355 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, 1995 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
