1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 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 196 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Mangusta | Dart |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |