1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 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 30 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 107 L |