1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Mangusta | F355 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
