1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5408 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 Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
