1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 33 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 450 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Mangusta | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |