1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Mangusta | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 270 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 | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |