2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Guara | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
