2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | STS | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
