2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 36 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 83 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Blackhawk | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
