1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 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) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Mangusta | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
