2000 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 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 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Manta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |