1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 51 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 9 kg more than 1994 TVR Cerbera. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Guara | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
