1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 5 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Marcos |
| Model | Guara | TS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
