2001 AC Aceca vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 32 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, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Aceca | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
