1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 209 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |