1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 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 207 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tatra |
| Model | Mangusta | T603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
