1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 41 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 154 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2008 Ford Falcon 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. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
