1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 75 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
