1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 581 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Guara | GTO |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |