2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 256 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
