1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 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 74 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 14 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Alpine | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 610 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
