1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 784 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | V8 Vantage | Guara |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |