1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 793 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Mangusta | Charger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
