1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 200 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Mangusta | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |