2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 224 kg more 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Buick |
| Model | Guara | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
