1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 12 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 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 | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | F-450 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 326 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4390 mm |