2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. (291 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |