2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2460 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | State Limousine | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2440 mm |
