1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 175 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pagani |
| Model | Guara | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2795 mm |
