1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Avanti | De Tomaso |
Model | Avanti | Guara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |