1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 178 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make De Tomaso Subaru
Model Mangusta Legacy
Year Released 1967 1999
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4727 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 301 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 531 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2640 mm


 

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