2006 BMW 545 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 8 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, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2006 BMW 545 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. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 545 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
