1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 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 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | F-450 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4390 mm |