1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 16 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 382 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Guara | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
