1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 245 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
Model | Guara | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |