1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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. 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 168 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Mangusta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
