1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
