1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 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 131 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
