1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta and 1968 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 239 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Mangusta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
