1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 8 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 220 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Mangusta | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
