1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1995 De Tomaso Guara and 1995 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 35 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1995 De Tomaso Guara 1995 Porsche 911
Make De Tomaso Porsche
Model Guara 911
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 3982 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 282 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1260 mm


 

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