1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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.
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1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | De Tomaso | Vauxhall |
Model | Mangusta | Viscount |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |