1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 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 293 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 336 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Tatra |
Model | Guara | T603 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |