1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1370 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mangusta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3910 mm |
