1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Avanti | De Tomaso |
Model | Avanti | Guara |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |