1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T 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 262 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Steyr |
| Model | Guara | 650T |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
