1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Guara | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |