1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.

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 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT
Make De Tomaso Porsche
Model Guara Carrera GT
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3982 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 602 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm


 

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