1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1630 kg more 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | E-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3505 mm |