2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 38 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 790 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Spyder | Manta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
