2009 BMW 650 vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 40 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (488 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 650 | Mangusta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 531 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |