1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 61 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
