1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 150 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mangusta | 88 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |