1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | Eldorado | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 90 L |
