1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 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 102 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 331 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Guara | 348 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
