1963 AC Cobra vs. 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. Both 1963 AC Cobra and 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta are equipped with a 4,727 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta (302 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Cobra | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
