1984 BMW M6 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 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 39 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M6 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
