1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1353 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mangusta | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
