2006 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
