1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1975 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | ZIL |
| Model | Guara | 114 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3770 mm |
