1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 41 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 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 270 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ascari |
Model | Mangusta | A10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2636 mm |