De Tomaso Mangusta vs Subaru BRZ

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

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SpecDe Tomaso MangustaSubaru BRZ
Horsepower (max)305 hp228 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)6.3 s6.1 s
Top speed250 km/h226 km/h
Variants12
Body styleMid-engine V8 sports coupeFront-engine RWD sports coupe
GenerationMangusta (1967–1971)ZD8
Production1967 – 19712022 – present
Length4,254 mm4,265 mm
Width1,842 mm1,775 mm
Height1,100 mm1,310 mm
Wheelbase2,500 mm2,575 mm

De Tomaso Mangusta vs Subaru BRZ: common questions

Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Subaru BRZ faster?
The Subaru BRZ is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 5.8s versus the De Tomaso Mangusta's 6s (0-100 km/h in 6.1s vs 6.3s).
Which has more horsepower, the De Tomaso Mangusta or the Subaru BRZ?
The De Tomaso Mangusta makes more power: 305 hp (227 kW) versus 228 hp (170 kW) for the Subaru BRZ.
Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Subaru BRZ faster on top speed?
The De Tomaso Mangusta has the higher top speed at 155 mph (250 km/h), versus 140 mph (226 km/h) for the Subaru BRZ.
What is the main difference between the De Tomaso Mangusta and the Subaru BRZ?
The De Tomaso Mangusta is a mid-engine v8 sports coupe, while the Subaru BRZ is a front-engine rwd sports coupe. That difference in body style drives most of the others.