1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC 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 40 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 375 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Guara | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
