2009 BMW 116 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 529 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 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 116 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
