1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
