1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 728 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Manta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
