1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | 2000 | Guara |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |