1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Mangusta | Commodore |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |