1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Exige |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2299 mm |