1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe 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 258 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
Model | Guara | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |