1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 89 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | Dino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |