2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 91 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | EH |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
