2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
