2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 810 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 930 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
