1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 5 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 635 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Mangusta | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
