1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 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 61 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 266 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Mangusta | 308 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |