2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
