1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | Super 90 | Guara |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |