2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 97 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 944 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |