1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
