1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 305 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
