1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 944 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399. 1999 Ferrari F399 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. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Mangusta | F399 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
