2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Express | Mangusta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |