1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mangusta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
