1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 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 139 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 145 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
| Model | Guara | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
