1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara 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 139 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Marcos |
| Model | Mangusta | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
