1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Guara | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
