1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 203 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 914 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
