1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 21 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 130 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Mangusta | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |