1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | Z9 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
