1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico 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 45 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Mangusta | Mexico |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 366 Nm |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |