1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 149 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Guara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
