1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Guara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
