De Tomaso Mangusta vs Porsche 718

How does the De Tomaso Mangusta stack up against the Porsche 718? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

De Tomaso MangustaDe Tomaso Mangusta
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Porsche 718Porsche 718
SpecDe Tomaso MangustaPorsche 718
Horsepower (max)305 hp493 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)6.3 s3.2 s
Top speed250 km/h315 km/h
Variants110
Body styleMid-engine V8 sports coupeSports car & roadster
GenerationMangusta (1967–1971)982
Production1967 – 19712016 – present
Length4,254 mm4,379 mm
Width1,842 mm1,801 mm
Height1,100 mm1,295 mm
Wheelbase2,500 mm2,475 mm

De Tomaso Mangusta vs Porsche 718: common questions

Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Porsche 718 faster?
The Porsche 718 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3s versus the De Tomaso Mangusta's 6s (0-100 km/h in 3.2s vs 6.3s).
Which has more horsepower, the De Tomaso Mangusta or the Porsche 718?
The Porsche 718 makes more power: 493 hp (368 kW) versus 305 hp (227 kW) for the De Tomaso Mangusta.
Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Porsche 718 faster on top speed?
The Porsche 718 has the higher top speed at 196 mph (315 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the De Tomaso Mangusta.
What is the main difference between the De Tomaso Mangusta and the Porsche 718?
The De Tomaso Mangusta is a mid-engine v8 sports coupe, while the Porsche 718 is a sports car & roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.