2007 BMW 745 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 9 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, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 715 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 2007 BMW 745 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. 2007 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 745 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 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 | 2115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
