1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |