1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 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 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Mangusta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
