1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Mangusta | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3510 mm |
