1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Jaguar Type S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 93 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 76 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Mangusta | Type S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |