1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Toyota Century
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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century 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 155 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 631 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Century |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |