2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 26 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B5 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
