1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Mangusta | 350Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |