1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 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 | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
