1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 36 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 80 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Mangusta | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
