1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
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 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 124 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 260 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mangusta | 280 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
