1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
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 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar 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 140 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 149 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Guara | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
