1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 34 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 179 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Samsung |
| Model | Mangusta | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
