1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 17 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 318 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |