1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 121 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 754 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Mangusta | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |