1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Mangusta | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 244 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |