1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mangusta | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
