1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 452 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |