1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 285 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
