1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 705 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Mangusta | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
