1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 311 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
