1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |