1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 704 kg more than 1965 Lotus Seven. 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.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Seven |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 29 L |