1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 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. Both 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta and 2000 De Tomaso Guara are equipped with a 4,601 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mangusta | Guara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
