1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
