1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 32 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 95 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Mangusta | 550 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |