1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 248 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
