2007 BMW 320 vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 320 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
