1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 12 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Guara | TT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |