1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1656 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Guara | Silverado |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |