1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | W12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
