1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 520 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 2002 Dodge Ram 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Mangusta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
