2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Guara | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |