1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 24 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 416 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Guara | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
