1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 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 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Mangusta | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
