2005 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
