1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
