1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 45 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 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. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Mangusta | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |