1957 Allard GT vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard GT | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
Model | GT | Guara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |