1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 8 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Mangusta | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 620 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 | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
