2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |