2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Vector |
| Model | Guara | M12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
