2000 Acura NSX vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
Model | NSX | Guara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |