2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1982 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | GranSport | Manta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |