1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 89 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Mangusta | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |