1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 233 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Mangusta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
