1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
Model | Guara | Roadster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1391 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |