1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
