1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 46 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Mangusta | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |