1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 9 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 206 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 100 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | Torino |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |