1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II 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 162 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 277 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | MK II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
