1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 225 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mangusta | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |