1954 Buick 40 vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | 40 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
