1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Packard |
| Model | Guara | 12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
