1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 221 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2009 Pontiac G8 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 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Mangusta | G8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
