2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 36 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 948 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.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V12 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
