2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper 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 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Viper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
