1959 BMW 600 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 600 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2680 mm |
