1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT 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 309 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 164 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Guara | GT |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |