2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Guara | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
