1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 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 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Mangusta | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |