1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 356 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |