1998 Acura NSX vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
Model | NSX | Guara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |