1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |