1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (208 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (526 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mangusta | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 526 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |