2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D 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 282 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 720 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Steyr |
| Model | Guara | 500D |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
