1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 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 160 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 80 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) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Mangusta | Z3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |