1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
