1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make De Tomaso Subaru
Model Mangusta Legacy
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4727 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 301 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 531 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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