1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 52 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mangusta | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 330 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 | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
