1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 26 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 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.
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1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Mangusta | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |