1961 AC Cobra vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Cobra | Mangusta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |