1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D 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 282 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Steyr |
| Model | Mangusta | 500D |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
