1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Caprice | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 1950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
