1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 396 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 928 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |