1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 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 141 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 488 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Mangusta | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |