1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
