1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
