1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 9 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 270 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |