1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 713 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Mangusta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3650 mm |
