2000 Audi S8 vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 33 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S8 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
