1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1981 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1981 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 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) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Ford Taunus. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1981 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
