1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 257 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | De Tomaso | MCC |
Model | Guara | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1810 mm |