2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 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 70 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 34 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |