2008 BMW 118 vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 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 160 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 118 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
