1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 29 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 186 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Mangusta | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
