1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 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 58 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 103 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |