1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 60 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tesla |
| Model | Guara | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2352 mm |
