1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |
