1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1948 Morris Six | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Guara | Six |
Year Released | 1997 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |