2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 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 229 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 404. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Guara | 404 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |