1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 65 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman. 1992 Holden Statesman 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. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Mangusta | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
