1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 443 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 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 |
