1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Mangusta | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 459 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |