2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 123 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |