1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Corvette | Mangusta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |