2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
