1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1974 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1974 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 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 201 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Jimmy. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1974 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Mangusta | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
