2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 156 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 944 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |