1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 2 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
