1989 Buick Estate vs. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Estate | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
