1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 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 35 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 944. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 225 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 944 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
