1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 331 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Mangusta | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |