1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 223 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | 17 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |