1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 44 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) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina D3. (450 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina D3. 2011 Alpina D3 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. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Alpina |
| Model | Mangusta | D3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 450 Nm |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
