1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 75 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | S2000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |