1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 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 239 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Mangusta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
