1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 45 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Mangusta | R8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |