1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 540 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville 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. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mangusta | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
