2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1098 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Manta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
