1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 73 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 30 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
