2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS 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 148 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 194 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Guara | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |