1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
Model | Guara | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |