1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle 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 230 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 131 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Singer |
| Model | Guara | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
