1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Mangusta | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
