1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 123 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.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper 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 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Mangusta | Viper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 510 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 101 mm |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 306 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 | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |