2008 Acura TL vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | TL | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
