2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 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 234 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 58 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Riley |
Model | Guara | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |