1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2009 Audi R8 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. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Mangusta | R8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 518 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |