1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1355 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 |
