1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
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 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX 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 42 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 185 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Mangusta | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 279 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |