1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 89 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1995 De Tomaso Guara 1973 Ferrari Dino
Make De Tomaso Ferrari
Model Guara Dino
Year Released 1995 1973
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3982 cc 2418 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 282 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 226 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2350 mm


 

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