1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 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 178 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 295 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Tatra |
Model | Guara | T603 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |