1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 28 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Mangusta | 370Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |