1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK 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 121 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 178 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Mangusta | XK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
