1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 153 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Mangusta | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |