1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
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 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 288 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 768 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Mangusta | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 33 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |