1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 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 225 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 9 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Singer |
Model | Guara | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |