1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (868 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 868 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
