1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 285 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
| Model | Mangusta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
