De Tomaso Mangusta vs Wiesmann Project Thunderball

How does the De Tomaso Mangusta stack up against the Wiesmann Project Thunderball? 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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Wiesmann Project ThunderballWiesmann Project Thunderball
SpecDe Tomaso MangustaWiesmann Project Thunderball
Horsepower (max)305 hp680 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)6.3 s2.9 s
Top speed250 km/h230 km/h
Variants12
Body styleMid-engine V8 sports coupeTwo-seat electric roadster / coupé
GenerationMangusta (1967–1971)Thunderball
Production1967 – 19712024 – present
Length4,254 mm4,440 mm
Width1,842 mm2,210 mm
Height1,100 mm1,285 mm
Wheelbase2,500 mm2,600 mm

De Tomaso Mangusta vs Wiesmann Project Thunderball: common questions

Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Wiesmann Project Thunderball faster?
The Wiesmann Project Thunderball is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.8s versus the De Tomaso Mangusta's 6s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s vs 6.3s).
Which has more horsepower, the De Tomaso Mangusta or the Wiesmann Project Thunderball?
The Wiesmann Project Thunderball makes more power: 680 hp (507 kW) versus 305 hp (227 kW) for the De Tomaso Mangusta.
Is the De Tomaso Mangusta or Wiesmann Project Thunderball faster on top speed?
The De Tomaso Mangusta has the higher top speed at 155 mph (250 km/h), versus 143 mph (230 km/h) for the Wiesmann Project Thunderball.
What is the main difference between the De Tomaso Mangusta and the Wiesmann Project Thunderball?
The De Tomaso Mangusta is a mid-engine v8 sports coupe, while the Wiesmann Project Thunderball is a two-seat electric roadster / coupé. That difference in body style drives most of the others.