2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1590 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2009 Bentley Arnage 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. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Manta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 193 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 | 2655 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2520 mm |
