1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 320 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Mangusta | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 396 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 285 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 | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
