1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 MG TF. 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Mangusta | TF |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
