1995 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 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 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
