1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
| Model | Mangusta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
