1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 37 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 108 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Vauxhall |
Model | Mangusta | Monaro |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |