2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1969 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 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Express | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
