1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 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 43 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 308 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |