1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 70 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Mangusta | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 390 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |