1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Porsche 968
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 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 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 42 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 229 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 968 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |