1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP) has 420 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotec |
| Model | Mangusta | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 741 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| 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 | 1656 kg |
