1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 452 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Mangusta | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |