1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
Model | Guara | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |