2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 37 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta.
Because 1970 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Five Hundred | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
