2000 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 BMW 320 (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
