2002 Noble M12 vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 24 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta.
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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Noble M12 | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
