1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Elite |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |