1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |